How to become
You can get into this job through:
- a university course
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
- volunteering
- applying directly
University
You could do a foundation degree or degree in a subject like:
- education
- sociology
- youth work
- community development
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree
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College
You could do a college course which might be useful when applying for a trainee job. Courses include:
- Level 2 Diploma in Teamwork and Personal Development in the Community
- Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Social and Community Work
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for these courses vary.
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Apprenticeship
You could start by doing a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship as a:
- Youth Support Worker
- Cultural Learning and Participation Officer
- Learning and Development Practitioner
These apprenticeships can take around 1 year and 6 months to complete.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
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Volunteering
You could become a community education co-ordinator though volunteering.
Volunteering is a good way to get practical experience, meet new people and develop your network of contacts. This might help you when looking for a job in community education or development.
You can find volunteering opportunities through The National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) and Do It.
Direct Application
You could apply directly for community education co-ordinator jobs.
You'll need paid or voluntary experience of working in the community such as in:
- adult education
- teaching
- youth work
You'll also find it helpful to have experience of working with disadvantaged or vulnerable groups.
More information
You can find your local council to get more details about working in your community or learn about working in community education through Locality.